About the Position

Brock CHC is seeking a Family Physician who shares our passion for community-focused health, and is motivated to make a lasting difference in a rural setting where their work will truly matter. With a salaried model of compensation, physicians benefit from stable income, no overhead or staffing costs, no OHIP billing requirements, reduced administrative burden, and paid vacation and benefits.

In addition to a favourable work-life balance, physicians work as members of an interdisciplinary team that includes nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, physiotherapist, dietitian, diabetes educators, outreach workers and administrative staff.

Scope of Work:

·        Provide comprehensive primary health care emphasizing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health education and other medical functions as required by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario standards of practice

·        Provide appropriate follow-up, referrals, investigations and coordination of care as required

·        Provide patient education, health promotion and preventative care as appropriate

·        Maintain accurate, timely and confidential medical documentation in accordance with professional and organizational standards

·        Strive to achieve provincial performance targets set by Ontario Health

·        Promote a team-based, integrated approach to primary care that considers the patient’s physical, mental, social and environmental health needs

·        Share responsibility for the on-call coverage (telephone only) offered by Brock CHC

·        Provide same-day services for clients with acute or urgent care needs

·        Provide coverage for other primary care practitioners

·        Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical secretaries, allied health professionals and other members of the interdisciplinary CHC team

Qualifications:

·        Degree in Family Medicine from a recognized university and currently licensed to practice in the province of Ontario by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

·        Certification in Family Medicine from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) preferred

·        Current CMPA or equivalent professional liability coverage

·        Alignment with the Centre’s values – equity, confidentiality, compassion, collaboration, responsiveness, education and respect

·        Experience as a Family Physician working with all ages in a community health setting

·        Experience working in rural, vulnerable or medically complex populations (preferred)

·        Demonstrated leadership in promoting a shared responsibility for professional practice and development

·        Proficiency with EMR systems

·        Commitment to patient-centred, equitable and accessible health care

·        Strong time management and organizational skills

Brock CHC physicians are eligible for the Northern and Rural Recruitment and Retention Initiative (NRRRI), which provides a taxable recruitment incentive grant starting at approximately $84,851 over four years. This role will require some evening and potential weekend hours and home visits.